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Ministry of Education
Cabinet approves the Indian Institutes of Information Technology Laws  Bill, 2020
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the following: -
- Introduction of the Indian Institutes of Information Technology Laws  Bill, 2020
- Ex-post facto to 21 posts of Directors, one each in 20 IIITs  and one in IIITDM Kurnool 
- Ex-post facto to 21 posts of Registrars, one each in 20 IITs  and one in IIITDM Kurnool 
Impact
The Bill will declare the remaining 5 IIITs-PPP along with the existing 15 Indian Institutes of Information Technology in Public Private Partnership mode as 'Institutions of National Importance' with powers to award degrees. This will entitle them to use the nomenclature of Bachelor of Technology  or Master of Technology  or Ph.D degree as issued by a University or Institution of National Importance. It will also enable the Institutes to attract enough students required to develop a strong research base in the country in the field of information technology.
Details
- Introduction of the Indian Institutes of Information Technology Laws  Bill, 2020; for amending the principal Acts of 2014 and 2017
- to grant statutory status to five Indian Institutes of Information Technology in Public Private Partnership mode at Surat, Bhopal, Bhagalpur, Agartala and Raichur and declare them as Institutions of National Importance along with already existing 15 Indian Institutes of Information Technology under the Indian Institutes of Information Technology  Act, 2017.
The objective of the approval is for formalization of IIITs at Surat, Bhopal, Bhagalpur, Agartala and Raichur. These IIITs are already functioning as Societies registered under Societies Registration Act of 1860. They will now be covered under the IIIT  Act, 2017, similar to the other 15 IIITs established under the scheme in PPP mode. Further, IIITDM Kurnool has been established as per the IIIT Act, 2014 and is functioning with the other 4 IIITs namely IIIT Allahabad, IIITM Gwalior, IIITDM Jabalpur, IIITDM Kancheepuram. The post of Director and Registrar in these IIITs are already existing and the present proposal merely formalizes them without any additional financial outgo.
Background
- IIITs are envisaged to promote higher education and research in the field of Information Technology.
- Under the Scheme of Setting up of 20 new IIITs in Public Private Partnership  mode as approved by the Union Cabinet on 26.11.2010, 15 IIITs are already covered by the IIIT  Act, 2017, while remaining 5 IIITs are to be included under the Schedule of the Act.
The Indian Institutes of Information Technology Act of 2014 and Indian Institutes of Information Technology  Act, 2017 are the unique initiatives of the Government of India to impart knowledge in the field of Information Technology to provide solutions to the challenges faced by the country.
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Sl.No
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Name of Agreement/ MoUs
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Signatory from India
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Signatory from Saudi Arabia
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1
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Strategic Partnership Council Agreement
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Prime Minister of India
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HRH Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence.
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2
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MoU on Cooperation in the Field of Renewable Energy between Saudi Ministry of Energy and Ministry of New & Renewable Energy of India
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Dr. Ausaf Sayeed,
Ambassador of India to KSA
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HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud - Minister of Energy of Saudi Arabia
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3
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Agreement on Security Cooperation
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Mr. T.S. Tirumurti,
Secretary , MEA
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HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif Al Saud – Minister of Interior
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4
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MoU for Cooperationin the field of combating illicit trafficking and smuggling of narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and chemical precursors.
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Dr. Ausaf Sayeed,
Ambassador of India to KSA
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HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif Al Saud – Minister of Interior
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5
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MoU between Saudi General Authority of Military Industries  and Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence concerning collaboration in military acquisition, industries, research, development and technology
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Mr. T.S. Tirumurti,
Secretary, Economic Relations , Ministry of External Affairs 
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HE Ahmad Al-Ohali, Governor, General Authority of Military Industries.
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6
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MoU for Cooperation in the field of Civil Aviation
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Dr. Ausaf Sayeed,
Ambassador of India to KSA
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HE Abdulhadi Al-Mansouri, President, GACA
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7
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MoU between Central Drugs Standard Control Organization , Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and Saudi Food & Drug Authority  for Cooperation in the field of medical products regulations
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Mr. T.S. Tirumurti,
Secretary , MEA
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HE Dr Hisham Al Jadhey, CEO, SFDA
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8
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Letter of Intent between Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority  of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Atal Innovation Mission , NITI Aayog, of the Republic of India
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Dr. Ausaf Sayeed,
Ambassador of India to KSA
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Engineer Saleh Al-Rasheed, Governor, Small and Medium Development Authorities.
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9
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Cooperation Programme between Foreign Service Institute, MEA and Prince Saud Al Faisal Institute of Diplomatic Studies  of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia
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Dr. Ausaf Sayeed,
Ambassador of India to KSA
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Dr Abdallah Bin Hamad Al Salamah, Director-General, Prince Saud Al Faisal Institute for Diplomatic Studies
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10
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MoU between Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Limited  and Saudi Aramco.
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Mr. HPS Ahuja,
CEO&MD, ISPRL
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HE Ahmad Al-Subayae, Vice-President, ARAMCO
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11
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MoU for Cooperation between National Stock Exchange  and Saudi Stock Exchange 
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Mr. Vikram Limaye,
MD & CEO, National Stock Exchange
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Engineer Khaled Al-Hassan, CEO, Saudi Stock Exchange
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12
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MoU between National Payments Corporation of India  and Saudi Payments
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Mr. Arif Khan,
Chief Digital Officer, National Payments Corporation of India
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Ziyad Al Yusuf, MD, Saudi Payment
Ministry of Home Affairs
Celebration of 20th Anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas by BSF
To mark the 20th anniversary of victory in ‘Operation Vijay’, the Kargil War – all formations of Border Security Force will be conducting series of activities involving the stakeholders of border areas. Kargil Vijay Diwas is the day of pride for the Nation in general. It is the day to remember the martyrs, rejoice their sacrifices and strengthen the resolve of the armed forces to the cause of the nation.The armed forces after all draw their strength and motivation from the unflinching support of their countrymen. BSF aims to reach them with the righteous cause of joint celebration of the victory.
In a week long programme, the following efforts at outreach and for joint celebrations would be made: -
- Felicitating the family members of martyrs and gallantry awardees of all uniformed forces  residing in border areas.
- Organizing drawing competitions and patriotic song competition in the primary schools of the area.
- Organizing debates on subjects with patriotic themes in secondary schools.
- Open competition for patriotic slogans.
- Prabhat Pheries/Cycle rallies.
- 5 Kms runs - “Run for Martyr”.
- Band display at prominent locations, playing the patriotic tunes.
- Weapon display.
- Display of movies/photo galleries showcasing contribution of the forces in national security in the border areas.
- Visit of school children  to forward locations as a “KNOW YOUR FORCE” campaign.
- Camel Safari in Rajasthan.
- Blood donation camps.
- Organizing lecture by senior BSF officers in school and colleges to encourage the youth to join uniformed service.
- Showcasing role of BSF units and subunits in the Kargil War.
Border Security Force will make endeavour to reach out to border population to make them aware of contributions of armed forces in national security and nation building. The saga of Kargil war will be retold to the people commemorating the supreme sacrifices of force personnel. The complete programme aims to re-enthuse the confidence towards security forces and also to work as a catalyst to motivate youth to join the Armed forces.
Important Links/Social Media Platforms:
Website : http://www.bsf.nic.in
Facebook : Official page - BSF
Twitter : BSF_India
Instagram : bsf_india
YouTube : BSF India
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the passing away of legendary athlete Shri Milkha Singh
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the passing away of legendary athlete Shri Milkha Singh Ji. Shri Modi has described him as a colossal sportsperson who captured the nation's imagination and had a special place in the hearts of countless Indians.
In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister said, "In the passing away of Shri Milkha Singh Ji, we have lost a colossal sportsperson, who captured the nation’s imagination and had a special place in the hearts of countless Indians. His inspiring personality endeared himself to millions. Anguished by his passing away.
I had spoken to Shri Milkha Singh Ji just a few days ago. Little did I know that it would be our last conversation. Several budding athletes will derive strength from his life journey. My condolences to his family and many admirers all over the world."
Ministry of Tourism
Cabinet approves funds to the tune of Rs. 627.40 crore for 10 projects sanctioned during 2018-19 in Swadesh Darshan Scheme
Additional Rs 1854.67 crore during 2019-20 for sanctioning of new projects
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given its approval to release funds to the tune of Rs. 627.40 crore for the 10 projects sanctioned during 2018-19 and additional Rs. 1854.67 crore for sanctioning of new projects during 2019-20 in Swadesh Darshan Scheme.
Under Swadesh Darshan Scheme, Ministry of Tourism is developing critical tourism infrastructure in the country in a sustainable and inclusive manner to make India, a world class tourist destination.
The provision of this critical infrastructure will catalyse the private sector investment in revenue generating projects which in turn would lead to positive enhancement of overall experience to the tourist resulting into increased footfalls in the areas, growth of revenue and employment.
Background
Pursuant to the Budget Announcements of 2014-15 the Ministry of Tourism launched the Swadesh Darshan Scheme  in January, 2015. Under the Scheme 15 circuits have been identified for development namely Himalayan Circuit, North East Circuit, Krishna Circuit, Buddhist Circuit and Coastal Circuit, Desert Circuit, Tribal Circuit, Eco Circuit, Wildlife Circuit, Rural Circuit, Spiritual Circuit, Ramayana Circuit, Heritage Circuit, Tirthankar Circuit and Sufi Circuit.
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Setting up of a committee to re-examine NPF
There is no such proposal under consideration to set up an expert committee to re-examine the National Policy for Farmers .
The National Crime Records Bureau  under the Ministry of Home Affairs compiles and disseminates information on suicides in its publication titled ‘Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India’ . These Reports on suicides upto 2016 are available on its website.
This information was given in a written reply by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Granting Trademark under startup India
The Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade , in order to facilitate trademarks for Startups, provides 50 % concession in statutory fees for filing trademarks applications. Also, under the startup facilitation scheme, a list of facilitators is provided at Trade Marks Offices’ website  whose services may be availed by the startups for application for registration of trademark and the professional charges of such facilitators is reimbursed by the government.
A trademark application is processed in accordance with The Trade Marks Act, 1999 and The Trade Marks Rules, 2017. The brief steps/stages for granting a trademark are as under:
- Application can be submitted offline or electronically through comprehensive e-filing module,
- After receipt of the application, the application is queued for examination,
- During the examination, applications are examined and an examination report is issued to the applicant with or without objections as per law. Presently examination is being done in about one month’s time from the date of filing.
- If no objection is noted as per law, the application moves to publication. After publication of the application details in Trade Mark Journal, any person may file opposition against the published mark within 4 months.
- If any objections are noted, the applicant is required to submit his response within one month from the receipt of examination report.
- If response is received, the same is considered by the authorised officer and the application is accepted or refused after providing due opportunity of hearing to the applicant.
- After acceptance and publication of the application in Trade Mark Journal, if no opposition is received within the prescribed period of 4 months from the date of publication, registration certificate is issued to the applicant within three weeks from the expiration of 4 months’ statutory period.
- However, if the application is opposed by any person within 4 months of publication of the application, the opposition is required to be disposed in accordance with due process of law, which is a quasi-judicial proceeding.
The registration certificate for trademark is normally granted to the applicant within seven months from the date of filing of application, if no office objections are noted in examination and no opposition is received after publication of the trademarks application in the Trade Marks Journal. However, examination is being done in around one month time from the date of filing of the trademarks application.
There is no strict time limit for granting a trademark, since the procedure for trademark registration is a quasi-judicial process as per the Trade Marks Act, 1999. Internal guidelines are issued from time to time for quick disposal of applications, and, if any deliberate dereliction of duty is found on the part of any officer, appropriate action is taken as per the CCS Rules.
This information was given by the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
PIB Headquarters
PSU OMCs are implementing Ethanol Blended Petrol 
PSU OMCs are implementing Ethanol Blended Petrol  program of Government of India with the overall objective of reducing Crude Oil Imports, vehicular emissions, Benefiting farmers and rural economy, Incentivizing Domestic Industry as a Renewable fuel as well as for ensuring Energy security for the country.
The salient features of the Public e-Tender floated on 10/08/18 with bid closing date 31 August 2018 for procurement of 329 Crore Litres of Ethanol during Dec’ 18 to Nov’ 19 are as follows:
Ø The Tender is open for Indigenous Manufacturers of Anhydrous Ethanol from B-Heavy/Sugarcane Juice/Damaged Food grains  and C-Heavy Molasses.
Ø New Bidders whose plants are in process of commissioning can also participate.
Ø As advised by GOI, prices of Ethanol produced from C Heavy Molasses is fixed at Rs. 43,460/KL and prices of Ethanol produced from B Heavy Molasses/ Sugarcane Juice is fixed at Rs. 47,130/KL. Ethanol produced from Damaged Food grains  is classified under B Heavy Molasses/ Sugarcane Juice category.
Ø Fixed Transportation rates as per distance slabs and GST will be applicable.
Ø Bidders can submit Security deposit  in form of BG of full amount for the entire supply period or multiple BGs for each quarter depending on the date of commencement of supplies by the bidder.
Pre-Bid Meetings are scheduled at Mumbai on 20th August & at Delhi on 21st August.
PSU OMCs have the following State-wiseannual requirement of Ethanol :
149068 KL in the state of Andhra Pradesh, and
149464 KLin the state of Telengana.
Meeting with prospective suppliers
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd., on behalf of PSU OMCs is inviting all potential Manufacturers of Anhydrous Ethanol from C- Heavy, B Heavy Molasses/ Sugarcane Juice/ Damaged Foodgrains to attend the meeting to discuss the Ethanol Tender for Sugar Year 18-19 on Friday, 17-Aug-18 at 15:00 Hrs
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.,
Telengana& Andhra Pradesh State Office,
Nasapur House, 2nd Floor Conference Hall,
Himayath Nagar,
Hyderabad – 500 029.
(Visitor Counter : 210
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Odisha is going to be the hub of maritime trade: Shri Dharmendra Pradhan
Invites potential investors to take advantage of opportunities in the state
Union Petroleum and Natural Gas & Steel Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan today said that Odisha’s coastline is going to be the hub of maritime trade. While addressing the “Investment Opportunities in Odisha’ session in the Maritime India Summit 2021, he also assured all potential investors that the Central and State Governments are working in tandem to make Odisha an attractive investment destination.
Shri Pradhan said that Odisha has a rich maritime history and thousands of years ago navigators of the state sailed to different parts of the globe to bring fortune and glory to the state. He further said thatat one point time in history, we were one of the most prosperous civilizations of the world and today in the 21st century, PM Modi has given a clarion call of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and $5 trillion economy. With natural harbours, rich natural resources, long coastline and skill-able and hardworking manpower, Odisha is uniquely poised to be the part of Aatmanirbhar journey and contribute to the making of $5 trillion economy .
The minister said that in the 21st century, the global network of trade and commerce will be maritime and Odisha’s coast will be the gateway. Paradipis going to be the gateway of growth of eastern part of country.Kalinganagaris being developed as a steel hub, envisages to become a self-contained ecosystem, and will enable the potential investors for setting up value added downstream facilities. Our initiatives in the petroleum and steel sectors will provide impetus to the maritime economy in Odisha.He said that anchor industries and companies are needed for development and operations of new ports in Odisha and optimal utilization of riverine and sea port area.
He reiterated Prime Minister’s vision of Purvodaya to drive eastern India’s growth to keep pace with the growth in other regions of the country and its importance in achieving national growth.
Shri Pradhan said that Integration of crucial infrastructure Road, Rail and Port will lead to the industrial development of Odisha. Potential for port-led Blue Economy will be unlocked with the multi-modal rail, road and air linkages with sea and riverine port for transport of minerals and goods at much lower logistics cost.
Shri Pradhan said that Odisha serves as a link between eastern & western India through the railway network of the South Eastern Railways & the East Coast Railways. There is further potential for integrating railway freight corridors with key ports in Odisha and setting up of maintenance and engineering projects in the State.
Regarding petroleum sector investments, Shri Pradhan said Oil and Gas CPSEs have spearheaded a number of infrastructure investments in the State of Odisha including in oil refining, gas pipeline infrastructure, marketing infrastructure and city gas distribution networks.He also echoed Prime Minister’s thoughts on the Government’s role to not to be wealth creators themselves but to provide policy certainty to the wealth creators in order to thrive.
YB/SK
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Election Commission
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In Chhattisgarh, 7 Parliamentary Constituencies to go to poll on Tuesday, 23rd April during Phase 3 of Lok Sabha Elections
In the State of Chhattisgarh,Seven parliamentary constituencies  namely Raipur, Bilsapur, Durg, Janjgir-Champa, Raigarh, Korba and Sarguja will be going to polls on Tuesday, 23rd April, 2019 during the third phase of the seven-phased elections. The Constituencies of Raipur, Bilsapur, Durgand Korba are for general category;Raigarh and Sarguja are reserved for the Schedule Tribe while Janjgir-Champa is reserved for Schedule Caste. The Total number of electorate in all the seven PCs are 1,27,13,816 out of which 64,16,252 are male, 62,96,992 are female and 572 others. The total number of polling booths that have been set up for phase 3 elections in the State are 15408. A total of 123 candidates are contesting in this phase. Polling will be held from 7 am till 5pm in all the Assembly Constituencies .
The following table shows the detailed breakup in terms of total number of voters, total male voters, total female voters, number of contesting candidates and number of polling booths set up in the 7 PCs going to polls in Chhattisgarh during the 3rd Phase of Elections.
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Parliamentary Constituencies in Chhattisgarh
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Total Number of voters
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Number of Male Voters
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Number of Female Voters
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Number of Voters of Third Gender
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Number of
Contesting
Candidates
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Number of Polling Booths
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RAIPUR
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21,11,104
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10,71,921
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10,38,886
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297
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25
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2343
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BILASPUR
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18,75,904
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9,52,657
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9,23,156
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91
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25
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2221
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RAIGARH
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17,31,655
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8,63,319
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8,68,308
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28
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14
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2327
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KORBA
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15,07,779
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7,58,198
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7,49,526
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55
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13
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2008
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JANJGIR- CHAMPA
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18,95,232
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9,64,113
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9,31,094
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25
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15
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2173
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DURG
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19,38,319
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9,76,652
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9,61,601
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66
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21
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2183
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SARGUJA
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16,53,283
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8,29,392
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8,24,421
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10
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10
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2153
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Total
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1,27,13,816
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64,16,252
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62,96,992
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572
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123
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15,408
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Government to Develop National Maritime Heritage Complex in Lothal, Gujarat for an estimated cost of ₹4,500 Cr.
NMHC to be developed as an international tourist destination showcasing India’s rich maritime heritage
Project Progress Review Meeting of NMHC, Lothal to be held on 2nd July 2023
Under the Sagarmala programme, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is developing a National Maritime Heritage Complex, a world-class facility at Lothal, Gujarat. NMHC would be developed as an international tourist destination, where the maritime heritage of India from ancient to modern times would be showcased and an edutainment approach using the latest technology would be adopted to spread awareness about India’s maritime heritage.
In this line, an onsite project progress review meeting will be held on 2nd July 2023 at Lothal, Gujarat. The project will be reviewed by Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel, the Chief Minister, of Gujarat; Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways and AYUSH; Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Minister of Chemicals & Fertilizers; Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Tourism; and Shri Shantanu Thakur, Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
The maritime complex will include world’s highest light house museum, world’s largest open aquatic gallery, India’s grandest naval museum and is envisaged to be one of the biggest international tourist destinations in the world.
The boost to the tourism potential through this project will also augment the economic development of the region.
The complex, work which started in March 2022, is being developed at a cost of around Rs 4500 crores. It will have several innovative and unique features such as Lothal mini recreation to recreate Harappan architecture and lifestyle; four theme parks - Memorial theme park, Maritime and Navy theme park, Climate theme park and Adventure and Amusement theme park; fourteen galleries highlighting India’s maritime heritage starting from the Harappan times till now; Coastal states pavilion displaying diverse maritime heritage of states and UTs; among others.